Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.In this episode, Benjamin Harding welcomes back pianist and composer Jennifer Rosenfeld to discuss her latest solo album, 'Piano Girl,' and the profound impact of the Taubman Approach on her piano technique and creative process. Jennifer shares her journey of personal growth through music, the evolution of her practice techniques, and her current and future projects, including her work in composition and musical theater. The conversation

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.Welcome to Inside the Taubman Approach, the podcast from the Golandsky Institute—a vibrant community of pianists, teachers, and musicians dedicated to the pursuit of artistic freedom, technical mastery, and expressive depth.I’m your host, Benjamin Harding, and this episode marks the beginning of Season Two of our series. Over the past year, we’ve heard from remarkable artists who have shared their journeys with the Taubman Approach—how it has

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.Visit: www.marcusostermiller.com to be in touch with Marcus. SummaryIn this conversation, Marcus Ostermiller discusses his journey as a musician, focusing on the challenges he faced with physical pain and how the Taubman work transformed his playing and teaching. He shares insights on the importance of physical well-being in music performance, and how his teaching methodology evolved through his experiences. The discussion highlights the

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.Today's guest is Nikos Syropoulos. For more information on Nikos visit his website at: https://www.nikospiano.com/SummaryIn this conversation, Nikos shares his transformative journey with the Taubman Approach, detailing his initial struggles with injury as a jazz pianist and how he found relief and improvement through this technique. He discusses the unique challenges jazz musicians face when integrating Taubman movements into their

Tobi LaCroix, a remarkable young talent in the world of pop music, joins us this week to share his journey into songwriting and composition. Starting at the tender age of four, Tobi has quickly risen in the indie pop scene, captivating audiences with relatable lyrics and catchy melodies. Pop music is not brain dead. Tobi LaCroix said the quiet part out loud: simple is harder than complex, and derivative doesn’t mean lazy. Have you ever loved a song because it just hits. Save this for the n...

In this heartfelt conversation, we delve into the creative processes of composer Gianluca Cucchiara and choreographer Eleesha Drennan, who are collaborating on the new musical "Ayla". They share personal stories that illuminate their paths into the world of theater, highlighting the impact of music and family on their artistic journeys. Ayla is a new musical that Gianluca, Eleesha and Academy Award winning producer Giovanna Romagnoli are ready to take the next step and present it to the worl...

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.WALTER'S INFOwww.walteraparicio.comIG: @wfaparicioAires Indios: Piano Music of Boliviahttps://open.spotify.com/album/4WUNbg5MaINRCKG8OuKmKa?si=gRyhvZqPSwOukVEwy956rQNonprofit org: Foundation for Bolivia Artists www.bolivianartistfoundation.orgComposer Names Mentioned:Eduardo Caba (1890-1953)Daniel Alvarez Veizaga https://alvarez-daniel.comFugas Bolivianashttps://open.spotify.com/album/2wkuxHpaHw7M8uJwsYPuBx?si=9WpgWjTUSv-joFq3gl7BuAThe

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.For more information on Jeff Nations visit: www.jeffnations.netBorn in Kyoto Japan and raised in North Carolina, pianist Jeff Nations began studying at the age of eight and playing professionally by the age of sixteen, performing in local establishments in his hometown of Raleigh, North Carolina.Actively competing by the age of twelve, he was the recipient of numerous awards, and by age 17 was the first prize winner in the Young Artist

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.You are going to love this episode with Jason Gallagher. Here is Jason's background in his own words:I've always loved piano. Ever since I was a kid, I loved all the different sounds the piano could make. From the blues to rock to the classics, I played everything.As I got older and more serious, I realized there were things I couldn’t do. When I tried to play the music I loved, it hurt. I had pains in my wrists, and there were many

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.Show Notes: Interview with Sophie Till of the Till ProjectEpisode OverviewIn this episode, we sit down with the brilliant violinist, Sophie Till, founder of the Till Project, to discuss the transformative power of the Taubman Approach for stringed instrument players. Sophie shares her journey into the world of music, the influence of Edna Golandsky’s work, and how the principles of the Taubman Approach can help string players unlock their

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.Welcome to Inside the Taubman Approach I’m Benjamin Harding. On today's episode, I want to outline the idea that yes, the Approach is a comprehensive foundation for all of piano technique, but it is more than that. I want to give you steps to pursue this incredible work; for you to be exposed to its transformative power and to excel in the work itself.The Golandsky Institute's mission is to provide cutting-edge instruction to pianists based

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.Welcome to Inside the Taubman Approach! I’m your host, Benjamin Harding, and today we’re diving into an inspiring conversation with the incredible Mary Moran.In this episode, we’ll explore the teaching of the Taubman Approach to young children—how to make these foundational techniques accessible and engaging for the youngest pianists. Mary, with her decades of experience, will share valuable insights on new course and program development

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.Welcome to Inside the Taubman Approach, I’m Benjamin Harding.Today’s episode is a must listen. We welcome the great Edna Golandsky to the podcast to discuss her new book: The Taubman Approach to Piano Technique: A Comprehensive Guide to Overcome Physical Limitations and Unlock Your Full Pianistic Potential. Part one of the interview is today and next week we will have part two. You can visit Edna’s website to purchase this book.I have my copy

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.On today's episode the brilliant pianist, Andrew King, shares about his incredible journey of reaching new artistic heights through the Taubman Approach. He has been studying this work with master teacher, Robert Durso, for two decades.His quest to finding a comprehensive piano technique was on his heart for many years until one day, serendipitously he was making eggs in a communal kitchen in Vienna when someone shared with him the Taubman

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.Well, in North America at least, we are in the "dog days" of Summer. It's hot; we're on vacation; and, we are getting ready to get back into the Fall with regular rhythms of teaching and life! It's a perfect time for you to sign up for the streaming service at www.golandskyinstitute.org. The quality of the content on our streaming service is not be to be found anywhere else and it is world class. On today's episode, we give a little snippet

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.Elizabeth Mueller Grace, NCTM, enjoys a multi-faceted career as performer, teacher, clinician and adjudicator. An award-winning pianist, her performances have been praised for their “depth of sound, intelligent interpretation and fluid technique.” (Omaha World Herald)A frequent collaborator, Ms. Grace is a member of the Capriole Duo with Barbara Leibundguth, former co-principal flutist in the Minnesota Orchestra. The acclaimed ensemble has

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.You are going to love today's episode! Barbara Banacos is an inspiration. As a young pianist, she endured an injury that manifested itself as a form of dystonia. This is significant because it is not well-understood in the medical community. The Taubman Approach can help you if you are struggling with a devastating injury. Some of us are experiencing devastating injuries in regards to playing the piano. We are here to help! Go to

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.John Bloomfield is a Ken­tucky native and a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Furman University in Greenville, S.C. An award-winning solo and chamber pianist, he has been broadcast by Public Radio in New England and has been heard on the air in New York under the auspices of Ars Viva. He earned a master’s degree from the Manhattan School of Music, and since then has been a long-term student of Dorothy Taubman and Edna Go­landsky. He has taught at

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.Grammy award winning pianist Bill Charlap has performed with many of the leading artists of our time including Phil Woods, Tony Bennett, Gerry Mulligan, Wynton Marsalis, Freddy Cole and Houston Person. Born in New York City, Charlap began playing the piano at age three. His father was Broadway composer Moose Charlap, whose credits include Peter Pan, and his mother is singer Sandy Stewart, who toured with Benny Goodman, and was a regular on

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.In 2022, I (Benjamin Harding) had a podcast entitled, Piano Explored. I had the amazing opportunity to interview Edna Golandsky. My life has forever been changed. And so - today's episode is rather personal for me.This interview changed my life and I know it will have an affect on you as you listen.Here are the show notes from that particular episode.I hope you gain a glimpse into the great work that the Golandsky Institute is doing for